# Japanese live music events diversify > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/japanese-music-festivals-and-anime-conventions > Updated: 2026-08-06T06:48:58.000Z. Sources: 24. Developments: 13. June saw the launch of two new festivals. Nagoya will host the circuit‑style "音MABUSHI" on 21 September, featuring anime‑song, idol and VTuber acts, while Tokyo’s Odaiba will stage the third edition of BMSG FES ’26 from 10‑12 October with a line‑up that includes SKY‑HI and BE:FIRST. The Future Frequencies Festival opened on 11‑12 July in Tokyo’s High‑End Gate City, co‑produced by media artist Daito Manabe and Beatink, showcasing AI‑assisted audio‑visual performances by Joy Orbison, Nosaj Thing and others. Sabae JAM Festival announced a 21‑act program for 11‑12 October in Fukui, and idol group anew will run the three‑day CHIKAKARA ZAO festival in Yamagata’s Zao Onsen from 18‑20 July, emphasizing genre‑less programming. Fujii Fumiy concluded his nationwide "FUTATABI" tour in July and revealed 360‑degree arena shows for October 10 at Osaka‑jo Hall and 17‑18 at Nippon Budokan. Oborock 2026 released a 28‑act lineup for 12‑13 September in Tsuruga, while summer festival announcements added ITAMI GREENJAM (12‑13 Sept), the inaugural TOMIHAMA FES (14‑15 Nov in Aichi), TOMAKOMAI MIRAI FEST (12‑13 Sept in Hokkaido) and Otaru’s free a‑cappella "樽Fes2026" on 2 August. Hakodate International Folk Art Festival will run 5‑11 August, and GlobalCamp Vol. 14 will take place 24‑25 October near Mt Fuji, both highlighting multicultural activities. The Nico Nico Super Conference 2026 in Chiba attracted over 138 000 participants with extensive cosplay programming, and the 2024 Fuji Rock Festival recorded 96 000 attendees. Later in September, Love Sound Festival will promote well‑being at Hino Brick Hall, and the Takarazuka Hills Orchestra will give a free concert on 17 October, underscoring the continued breadth of Japan’s 2026 live‑music calendar. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-06: Japan's 2026 Love Sound Festival and Takarazuka Hills Orchestra concerts scheduled Japan's Love Sound Festival (26 Sept 2026, Hino Brick Hall, ¥2,000 tickets) and Takarazuka Hills Orchestra concert (17 Oct 2026, Takarazuka Vega Hall, free) are scheduled for later this year. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/japans-2026-love-sound-festival-and-takarazuka-hills-orchestra-concerts-scheduled ### 2026-08-01: Tokyo Idol Festival 2026 showcases top idol groups on Odaiba stage Tokyo Idol Festival 2026 in Odaiba featured Momoiro Clover Z’s Ayaka Sasaki and CYBERJAPAN DANCERS delivering high‑energy idol performances. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tokyo-idol-festival-2026-showcases-top-idol-groups-on-odaiba-stage ### 2026-07-31: Japan Announces 2026 Concert Season Across Kanazawa and Nagoya Japan's 2026 concert season includes Fuyumi Sakamoto's 40th‑anniversary show in Kanazawa and a multi‑day lineup at Nagoya's Niterra Hall featuring IKKO, FTISLAND and others, with tickets from ¥6,500 to ¥17,500. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/japan-announces-2026-concert-season-across-kanazawa-and-nagoya ### 2026-07-30: Kanazawa and Morioka unveil 2026 festival artist lineups Kanazawa's Kagayaki Fest and Morioka's Ishigaki Music Festival announced fourth‑round artist lineups for their 2026 events, featuring dozens of idol groups and free‑stage performers. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kanazawa-and-morioka-unveil-2026-festival-artist-lineups ### 2026-07-24: Japan Announces 2026 Dates for Hakodate International Folk Art Festival and Fuji‑area GlobalCamp Festival Japan's Hakodate International Folk Art Festival runs Aug 5‑11, 2026, while the GlobalCamp Festival near Mt. Fuji occurs Oct 24‑25, 2026, each offering worldwide folk performances, food, and cultural activities 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/japan-announces-2026-dates-for-hakodate-international-folk-art-festival-and-fujiarea-globalcamp-fest ### 2026-07-17: Japan 2026 Music Festival Lineups Revealed for ITAMI, TOMIHAMA, TOMAKOMAI and More Japan announced 2026 lineups for ITAMI GREENJAM, TOMIHAMA FES, TOMAKOMAI MIRAI FEST and Otaru a cappella festival, detailing dates, artists and ticket info, plus news of 10‑FEET’s tour. 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/japanese-cities-announce-2026-outdoor-music-and-arts-festivals ### 2026-07-16: Oborock 2026 Music Festival in Tsuruga Announces Full Lineup of 28 Acts Oborock 2026 in Tsuruga, Japan, set for Sep 12‑13, unveils a 28‑act lineup and offers free tickets to up to 600 students, with general admission from ¥4,400 to ¥8,800. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/oborock-2026-music-festival-in-tsuruga-announces-full-lineup-of-28-acts ### 2026-07-14: Fujii Fumiy wraps nationwide tour and announces 360‑degree arena live for 2026 Fujii Fumiy concluded his 67‑date, 47‑prefecture “FUTATABI” tour with 145 000 fans and announced a 360‑degree arena live at Osaka‑jo Hall and Nippon Budokan for October 2026. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/fujii-fumiy-wraps-nationwide-tour-and-announces-360degree-arena-live-for-2026 ### 2026-07-06: anew launches CHIKAKARA ZAO 2026 music festival in Yamagata's Zao Onsen anew’s CHIKAKARA ZAO 2026 festival runs July 18‑20 in Yamagata’s Zao Onsen, featuring 30+ genre‑crossing acts, student tickets for ¥500, and local food stalls. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/anew-launches-chikakara-zao-2026-music-festival-in-yamagatas-zao-onsen ### 2026-07-04: Sabae JAM Festival 2026 adds 21 acts including Takahashi Yu and EGO‑WRAPPIN Sabae JAM Festival 2026 will run on 11‑12 Oct in Fukui's Nishiyama Park with 21 acts, headlined by Takahashi Yu and EGO‑WRAPPIN'. Tickets on sale, plus craft‑beer events and free zoo access. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/sabae-jam-festival-2026-adds-21-acts-including-takahashi-yu-and-egowrappin ### 2026-07-01: Future Frequencies Festival 2026 launches in Tokyo under Daito Manabe Future Frequencies Festival debuted July 11‑12 in Tokyo, organized by Daito Manabe and Beatink, featuring international artists and tech‑driven performances, workshops and talks. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/future-frequencies-festival-2026-launches-in-tokyo-under-daito-manabe ### 2026-06-30: Japanese Music Festival and Anime Convention Draw Tens of Thousands of Fans Fuji Rock Festival 2024 drew 96,000 visitors to Naeba, while Nico Nico Super Conference 2026 attracted over 138,000 fans to Makuhari Messe for cosplay and creator events. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/japanese-music-festival-and-anime-convention-draw-tens-of-thousands-of-fans ### 2026-06-28: Japan Announces Two Major Music Festivals for 2026 Japan announces two 2026 music festivals: Nagoya's circuit‑style 音MABUSHI on Sep 21 and Tokyo's BMSG FES ’26 on Oct 10‑12, featuring diverse artists and family‑friendly options. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/japan-announces-two-major-music-festivals-for-2026 --- Cite as: Japanese live music events diversify. 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